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Metaphor, Malheur, and Government: A Comparative Rhetorical Examination of Metaphor Usage the Occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge

Creator:: Siegner, Samantha C.
Abstract:: On January 2, 2016 a militia occupied the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in Oregon and captured national attention. The militia vowed to occupy until certain demands were met, and among these demands was a call for less federal control of land. While the occupation lasted 41 days, the militia remained...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: appreciation for Dr. Gregg Walker, who continually brings a fresh perspective to life, work and school. I

Investigating Management of Transboundary Basins between Sovereign Countries and Non-Sovereign Entities

Creator:: Altingoz, Mehmet S.
Abstract:: There is a significant gap in academia in the field of transboundary water management of the non-sovereign entities. The objective of this master’s thesis is to work towards filling this gap. The first part of this master’s thesis research identifies potential hydro political tension risks of the transboundary basins in...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: State University. I would like to express my gratitude to my graduate committee members Dr. Gregg

Stormwater Solutions for Improving Water Quality: Supporting the Development of the Amazon Creek Initiative

Creator:: Larson, Kristen M.
Abstract:: The Long Tom Watershed Council (LTWC) is a non-profit organization in Eugene, Oregon that serves to protect and enhance watershed health in the Long Tom River Basin. The Amazon Creek Initiative was launched by the LTWC in 2011 as Oregon’s newest Pesticide Stewardship Partner. Goals of the initiative are to...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Santelmann and Dr. Gregg Walker for their support and input through this process as well. I am also

Collective Aquifer Governance: It’s the Water, and a “Hole” Lot More

Creator:: Wiley, Jakob Stevan
Abstract:: Aquifers are a whole lot more than groundwater. Aquifers are composed of many kinds of different resources, including storage space, geothermal energy, surface interactions, and various minerals. However, unlike these resources, groundwater is treated as something different. The transition from groundwater management to groundwater governance expanded the role of social...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: , and feedbacks, and emergent properties. (Daniels & Walker, 2001). Systems thinking is based on non

Addressing Inadequate Transboundary Water Cooperation in the Euphrates and Tigris Basin : The Guidance of Systems Thinking

Creator:: Eroglu, Duygu
Abstract:: This research is conducted to contribute to the enhancement of the transboundary water cooperation in the Euphrates and Tigris Basin. The main research questions answered are: “Is operationality of the transboundary water cooperation adequate to address the problems of the ET Basin and to reach sustainable development goals that are...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: my committee members Dr. Gregg B. Walker and Dr. Todd W. Jarvis for inspiring me with their

Transboundary Water Institutions in Developing Countries : A Case Study in Afghanistan

Creator:: Malyar, Idrees
Abstract:: This study addresses the questions: 1) What kind of transboundary water management institution is needed for Afghanistan; and 2) what expertise is required for the institution and which stakeholders should be involved? The establishment of a transboundary water resources management institution/unit is an essential step for Afghanistan in order to...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: to acquire in my academic program. I would also like to thank Dr. Gregg Walker for serving on my

Bridge over troubled water : partnerships and the prospect of adaptive capacity among small Oregon coast water systems

Creator:: Dennis, Lauren Marie
Abstract:: The Oregon Coast's small water systems, like the vast number of small water systems across the U.S., are greatly vulnerable. Failing infrastructure, limited financial capital, and inadequate staff combined with future changes in climate, population size, and regulatory stringency spell out a potentially dire future for the region's water supply...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Fostering social-ecological resilience in the Upper Klamath Basin : The National Riparian Service Team's Creeks and Communities strategy and an emerging model for government in adaptive co-management

Creator:: Paulekas, Robyn N.
Abstract:: Social-ecological resilience theory is part of a new paradigm for understanding and managing complex coupled human-ecological systems. The theory aims to inform explorations of a system’s ability to withstand disturbance while maintaining its critical functions. Adaptive co-management has been proposed as a governance mechanism that can enhance resiliency by combining...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: . Aaron Wolf and Dr. Gregg Walker for serving on my committee and providing me with background necessary

Evaluation of Cross-sector Collaborations in Transition Toward the Bioeconomy: Benefits, Challenges, and Opportunities in the Forest Sector

Creator:: Guerrero, José E.
Abstract:: Existing strategies and policies have emphasized the need for cross-sector collaboration as a means for the forest sector to be more competitive. Cross-sector collaboration initiatives of forest sector companies with neighboring industries such as energy, chemicals, plastics, textiles, and packaging are gaining increasing attention as a necessary element for a...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: to Dr. Gregg Walker for his help with comments and suggestions that improved the design and

Fighting to Cooperate: Litigation, Collaboration, and Water Management in the Upper Deschutes River Basin

Creator:: Satein, Hannah R.
Abstract:: Communities across the American West face new challenges in water management: historical management structures devised to prioritize economic uses, predominantly agriculture, are being tasked with adapting to address growing and changing populations, unaddressed species and ecosystem needs, and climatic changes. Scholars in the field of collaborative governance posit that collaborative...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: important part of my graduate school experience. Dr. Gregg Walker thank you so much for being willing to

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Metaphor, Malheur, and Government: A Comparative Rhetorical Examination of Metaphor Usage the Occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge

Investigating Management of Transboundary Basins between Sovereign Countries and Non-Sovereign Entities

Stormwater Solutions for Improving Water Quality: Supporting the Development of the Amazon Creek Initiative

Collective Aquifer Governance: It’s the Water, and a “Hole” Lot More

Addressing Inadequate Transboundary Water Cooperation in the Euphrates and Tigris Basin : The Guidance of Systems Thinking

Transboundary Water Institutions in Developing Countries : A Case Study in Afghanistan

Bridge over troubled water : partnerships and the prospect of adaptive capacity among small Oregon coast water systems

Fostering social-ecological resilience in the Upper Klamath Basin : The National Riparian Service Team's Creeks and Communities strategy and an emerging model for government in adaptive co-management

Evaluation of Cross-sector Collaborations in Transition Toward the Bioeconomy: Benefits, Challenges, and Opportunities in the Forest Sector

Fighting to Cooperate: Litigation, Collaboration, and Water Management in the Upper Deschutes River Basin

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